scholarly journals The Effect of Balance Training based on the Berg Balance Scale for the Balance Function in Patients with Cerebellar Ataxia

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (35) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jun Su Ahn ◽  
Chul Hoon Cho ◽  
Jung Hoon Lee ◽  
Wang Hun Ahn ◽  
Young Cheol Lee ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cerebellar Ataxia ◽  
Balance Training ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Balance Function ◽  
Balance Scale

scholarly journals Clinical Evidence Based Nursing (EBNP) Penggunaan Berg Balance Scale Untuk Mengkaji Keseimbangan Pada Pasien Stroke

JKEP ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 219-231
Author(s):  
Dwi Kartika Rahayuningtyas ◽  
Ratna Sitorus ◽  
I Made Kariasa ◽  
Yunisar Gultom
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Evidence ◽  
Balance Training ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
The Body ◽  
Balance Assessment ◽  
Stroke Patients ◽  
Static State ◽  
Dynamic Conditions ◽  
Balance Scale ◽  
Evidence Based Nursing

Stroke can affect balance. Balance is the ability to maintain the body in a balanced position both in static and dynamic conditions. However, the assessment of the existing balance is only done in a static state in stroke patients. The balance assessment describes the balance of stroke patients so that they can be written on asessment form and the transfer record and can determine the need for balance training as one of the rehabilitation of stroke patients. This EBN application aims to find out the use of Berg Balance Scale to assess the balance of both static and dynamic conditions in stroke patients. The method used is conducting PICO analysis, searching database, critical appraisal, and determining relevant journals. EBN implementation was carried out on 10 people who had a stroke in zone A on the 5th floor of Building A RSUPN Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo. This study uses the Berg Balance Scale scale in Indonesian. The analysis showed that stroke patients who experienced balance disorders were 7 people and did not experience a balance of 3 people BBS can assess the balance of stroke patients in accordance with existing evidence. BBS can be used as a balance assessment in stroke patients.

Early balance training with a computerized stabilometric platform in persons with mild hemiparesis in subacute stroke phase: A randomized controlled pilot study

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Brunelli Stefano ◽  
Gentileschi Noemi ◽  
Iosa Marco ◽  
Fusco Francesca Romana ◽  
Grossi Valerio ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Balance Training ◽  
Standing Position ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Subacute Phase ◽  
Balance Scale ◽  
Subacute Stroke ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Conventional Physiotherapy ◽  
Experimental Group

Background: Along with conventional therapy, novel tools are being developed in balance training for the rehabilitation of persons with stroke sequelae. The efficacy of Computerized Balance Training thus far been the object of studies only in persons with chronic stroke. Objective: To investigate the effects of an early Computerized Balance Training on balance, walking endurance and independence in activities of daily living, in persons with mild hemiparesis in subacute phase. Methods: Thirty-two persons with a recent hemiparesis (within 4 weeks from stroke onset), able to maintain a standing position for at least 30 seconds were randomly assigned to an experimental or control group. The control group (CG) were administered conventional physiotherapy of 40 minutes twice a day, five times a week for 4 weeks, while the experimental group (EG) underwent conventional physiotherapy 40 minutes once a day and Computerized Balance Training once a day, 5 times a week for 4 weeks. Outcomes were evaluated by means of Berg Balance scale (BBS), Tinetti Balance Scale (TBS), Two Minutes Walk Test (2MWT), Barthel Index (BI) and stabilometric tests. Results: Twelve participants for each group completed the training. Each group experienced 8 dropouts. The mean age (years) was 58.1±20.4 for EG and 59.7±14,7 for CG; the days from stroke were respectively 27.9±15.5 and 20±11.7. The difference between the two groups was statistically significant in experimental group for BBS (p = 0.003), for TBS (p = 0.028), for Sensory Integration and Balance tests performed with closed eyes on steady (p = 0.009) or instable surface (p = 0.023). and for 2MWT (p = 0.008). Conclusions: Computerized Balance Training is an effective therapeutic tool for balance and gait endurance improvement in persons with stroke in subacute phase.

Relation between balance function evaluated using berg balance scale and walking ability in transfemoral amputees

Physiotherapy ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 101 ◽  
pp. e97-e98
Author(s):  
Y. Azuma ◽  
T. Chin ◽  
I. Takase ◽  
Y. Tezuka ◽  
A. Nakatsuka ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Walking Ability ◽  
Balance Function ◽  
Balance Scale ◽  
Transfemoral Amputees

scholarly journals Effect of Physiotherapy on Balance and Gait in People with Multiple Sclerosis

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (9) ◽  
Author(s):  
Eglė Stunžinaitė ◽  
Žaneta Bagdonaitė
Keyword(s):  
Multiple Sclerosis ◽  
Clinical Trials ◽  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Balance Training ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Balance Scale ◽  
English Articles ◽  
And Control ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Positive Effect

The majority of persons are diagnosed with multiple sclerosis between the ages of 20 and 50 years, and women are more often affected than men. Lack of balance and falls are common and disabling symptoms of multiple sclerosis. The object of the study was changes in balance and gait under the effect of physiotherapy in people with multiple sclerosis. The aim of the study was to analyse scientific articles to determine the impact of physiotherapy on balance and gait in people with multiple sclerosis. The analysed articles had to meet the following criteria: subjects with multiple sclerosis; intervention – physical therapy; two groups of patient: intervention and control; measurements according to Berg balance scale and the Timed „Up & Go” test; articles only in English. Articles that were reviews and did not include clinical trials were not analysed. Research results revealed that physiotherapy interventions, during which aerobic, strength and balance training exercise were applied, improved balance and gait in people with multiple sclerosis. In conclusion, physiotherapy makes a positive effect on improving balance and gait in people with multiple sclerosis.Keywords: multiple sclerosis, exercise, physiotherapy, balance, gait.

scholarly journals Effect of Ankle Kinesio Taping on Dynamic Balance in Stroke Patients- A Pilot Study

2022 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 28-35
Author(s):  
Megha Mohandas ◽  
Rutika Patil ◽  
Ajay Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Dynamic Balance ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Test Method ◽  
Balance Function ◽  
Walk Test ◽  
Stroke Patients ◽  
Functional Abnormality ◽  
Kinesio Tape ◽  
Balance Scale ◽  
10 Meter Walk Test

Background: Stroke causes partial brain loss, which leads to a functional abnormality of the brain, which produces a variety of symptoms the most prevalent of which is balance affection. Kinesio tape is a thin, light and elastic material which does not immobilize the joint and allows for free movement irrespective of the tape. It serves to facilitate or inhibit the muscle as needed and provides joint stability which will help improve balance function. It is also used to reduce pain, which is a typical complaint in stroke patients. Objective: To assess for immediate and post effects of kinesio tape in stroke patients using Berg Balance Scale and 10 Meter walk test. Method: A total of 15 participants were chosen based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. Before application of kinesio tape, the Berg balance scale and a 10-meter walk test were performed and recorded. Following the application, the subjects were reassessed, and the outcomes of the 5-day follow-up were recorded. These scores were statistically analyzed. Result: The statistical analysis showed that there is a significant increase in the dynamic balance function post kinesio tape application. An average increase of 5 scores in BBS was noted and average improvement of 5.70 seconds in 10MWT. Conclusion: This study concludes that there is a significant improvement on dynamic balance after application of kinesio tape in stroke patients. Key words: Stroke, kinesio tape, dynamic balance.

scholarly journals The Effect of Specific Balance Training Exercises for Preventing Falls among Elderly Women

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ieva Kvietkutė ◽  
Vilma Dudonienė
Keyword(s):  
Elderly Women ◽  
Dynamic Balance ◽  
Balance Training ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Timed Up And Go ◽  
Balance Scale ◽  
Functional Reach Test ◽  
Training Exercises

All European countries are experiencing significant ageing of the population. As the lifespan of the population increases, so does the prevalence of falls. Falls in older adults are a major public health concern and a main cause of morbidity and disability. More than one-third of persons 65 years of age or older fall each year, and in half of such cases the falls are recurrent. It is very important to maintain physical activity and independence in daily activities in elderly persons as well as to apply appropriate preventive means as soon as possible. Various interventions may be used to promote health, enhance quality life and reduce falls in elderly people: exercises, home modifications, appropriate footwear and walking aids. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of specific balance training exercises for preventing falls among elderly women. Twenty eight women aged 55–75 years participated in the study. The subjects were randomly divided into two groups: exercise (n = 14, mean age 67.9 ± 6.13 years) and control (n = 14, mean age 68.9 ± 5.31). Exercise group women performed specific – Cawthorne-Cooksey balance training exercises for 4 weeks, 5 times a week. Cawthorne-Cooksey exercises consisted of moving head in sitting and standing positions with eyes open or closed, exercises on a balance platform, and walking around. One training session lasted for 30-35 minutes. No exercise was performed in the control group. Static and dynamic balance was assessed using the Berg Balance Scale, Functional Reach Test, and Tinetti Balance Scale, walking speed was assessed using Timed Up and Go Test. Risk for falls was assessed using Desmond Fall Risk Questionnaire [4]. Subjects were evaluated twice: before and after applying exercise program. More than 50% of women have had a fall in the past years, difficulty walking in the dark or on uneven surfaces, they have experienced loss of balance or a light-headed feeling standing up, and they could not walk a straight line. Only 29% of subjects participated in a regular exercise programme. The results of Berg Balance Scale, Functional Reach Test, Tinetti Balance Scale, Timed Up and Go Test did not differ between groups before applying specific exercise program. Specific exercises significantly improved patients’ static and dynamic balance, reach functions and walking speed, while in the control group the results of all performed tests had tendency to decline. Specific Cawthorne-Cooksey balance training exercises are effective (p < 0.05) in improving balance and preventing falls in elderly women.Keywords: falls, elderly age, balance, risk of falls.

A systematic review and meta-analysis on efficacy of exercise on posture and balance in patients suffering from Diabetic Neuropathy

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 ◽  
Author(s):  
Neerja Thukral ◽  
Jaspreet Kaur ◽  
Manoj Malik
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Diabetic Neuropathy ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Risk Of Bias ◽  
Core Stability ◽  
Balance Scale ◽  
Eyes Closed ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Eyes Open

Background: Peripheral neuropathy is a major and chronic complication of diabetes mellitus affecting more than 50% of patients suffering from diabetes. There is involvement of both large and small diameter nerve fibres leading to altered somatosensory and motor sensations, thereby causing impaired balance and postural instability. Objective: To assess the effects of exercises on posture and balance in patients suffering from diabetes mellitus. Method: Mean changes in Timed Up and Go test(TUGT), Berg Balance Scale and Postural Sway with eyes open and eyes closed on Balance System were primary outcome measures. RevMan 5.3 software was used for the meta-analyses. Eighteen randomized controlled trials met the selection criteria and were included in the study. All the studies ranked high on PEDro Rating scale. Risk of bias was assessed by Cochrane collaboration tool of risk of bias. Included studies had low risk of bias. Sixteen RCT’s were included for the meta-analysis. Result: Results of meta-analysis showed that there was statistically significant improvement in TUGT with p≤ 0.05 and substantial heterogeneity (I 2 = 84%, p < 0.00001) in experimental group as compared to control group. There was statistically significant difference in Berg Balance Scale scores and heterogeneity of I 2 = 62%, p < 0.00001 and significant changes in postural stability (eyes open heterogeneity of I 2 = 100%, p =0.01 and eyes closed, heteogeneity I 2 = 0%, p =0.01). Sensitivity analysis causes change in heterogeneity. Conclusion: It can be concluded that various exercises like balance training, core stability, Tai-Chi, proprioceptive training etc. have a significant effect in improving balance and posture in diabetic neuropathy.

Implementierung und erste Effekte Smartphone-unterstützter körperlich-kognitiver Aktivitäten im Wohnquartier zur Förderung der sozialen Teilhabe älterer Menschen

2019 ◽  
Vol 35 (05) ◽  
pp. 235-245 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christian Thiel ◽  
Sascha Sommer ◽  
Liane Günther ◽  
Anke Osterhoff ◽  
Oliver Koch ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dual Task ◽  
Körperliche Aktivität ◽  
Hot Spots ◽  
Ältere Menschen ◽  
Berg Balance Scale ◽  
Balance Scale

Zusammenfassung Einführung Das Potenzial einer Verschränkung technikgestützten Trainings körperlicher und kognitiver Fähigkeiten zur Förderung der sozialen Teilhabe und Gemeinschaft Älterer im Wohnquartier erscheint beträchtlich. Derartige Ansätze sind aber in der Praxis selten und kaum wissenschaftlich erprobt. Im BMBF-Projekt Quartier Agil – aktiv vor Ort wird ein solches Programm entwickelt und seine Machbarkeit überprüft. Methoden Vorgestellt werden die Ergebnisse aus dem ersten von 2 6-monatigen Interventionszyklen einer explorativen, nicht-kontrollierten Studie. Unterstützt von 2 Teilhabementorinnen, nahmen n = 19 selbstständig im gleichen Ortsteil Bochums lebende ältere Menschen wöchentlich für 90 Minuten an Smartphone-Schulungen, körperlichem und kognitiven Training teil. Teilnehmer wurden mittels Smartphone und spezieller Apps angeregt, weitere individuelle Trainingseinheiten sowie körperlich und geistig aktivierende Angebote mit Bezug zu Identifikationspunkten („hot spots“) im Quartier zu nutzen oder diese selbst zu organisieren. Diverse Indikatoren der Machbarkeit wurden erhoben. Pre / Post-Erhebungen körperlicher und kognitiver Variablen und der Lebensqualität ergänzt durch Selbstbewertungen der sozialen Teilhabe dienten der ersten Einschätzung möglicher Effekte. Ergebnisse Die Teilhabementorinnen investierten wöchentlich ca. 6 Stunden Zeit und schätzten das Programm als gut machbar ein, wenngleich die App / Smartphone-Einweisung mehr Zeit als erwartet in Anspruch nahm. Die durchschnittliche Anwesenheit in den Veranstaltungen lag bei 76 ± 15 %. Insgesamt traten keine adversen Ereignisse auf. Allerdings brachen 2 Teilnehmer / innen die Studie ab, weitere 4 waren bei den Posttests verhindert. Alle Befragten (n = 13) waren mit dem Programm zufrieden, und 9 von 13 sagten, dass Quartier Agil ihre soziale Vernetzung gefördert habe. Die Smartphones generierten großes Interesse und wurden regelmäßig genutzt, trotz durchwachsener Zufriedenheit mit der projekteigenen App. Vom Pre- zum Posttest verbesserten sich Balance (Berg Balance Scale) und 6 Minuten Gehstrecke tendenziell. Die Kraft der unteren Extremität und körperliche Aktivität blieben auf hohem Niveau erhalten. Eine tendenziell effizientere kognitive Verarbeitung zeigte sich bspw. im Bereich der Wortflüssigkeit. Fazit Der Quartier Agil-Ansatz erscheint machbar und bietet Potenzial zur Förderung von sozialer Teilhabe inklusive verbesserter Bindung an das Wohnquartier und Smartphone-Kompetenz sowie zur Aufrechterhaltung körperlicher und kognitiver Funktionen. Organisatorische und methodisch-didaktische Erkenntnisse flossen in die Anpassung des Programms für einen 2. Interventionszyklus ein. In künftigen Studien sollten körperlich und kognitiv weniger inaktive Teilnehmer adressiert werden. Erhebungen des Aktionsradius und der Dual-Task-Fähigkeiten könnten zukünftig eine spezifischere Quantifizierung möglicher Effekte gestatten.

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